Edo State #ENDSARS protests turn violent, prisoners set free, 24-hour curfew imposed

The Edo State #ENDSARS protests have turned violent with thugs hijacking the protests to the extent of looting, setting prisoners free and disturbing the peace of the state.

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In view of the violence, the Secretary to the Edo State Government, Osarodion Ogie Esq issued a statement imposing a 24-hour curfew in the state on Monday, October 19, 2020.

In a Press Release available to SOJ WORLDWIDE ONLINE NEWS,  http://www.sojworldnews.com Ogie said,

“The Edo State Government hereby imposes a 24-hour curfew across the state till further notice.

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The curfew is to take effect from 4pm, today, October 19, 2020.

This decision has become necessary because of the very disturbing incidents of vandalism and attacks on private individuals and institutions by hoodlums in the guise of #EndSARS protesters.

While the government of Edo State respects the rights of its citizens to undertake legitimate protests, it cannot sit idly when hoodlums have taken laws into their hands to cause mayhem on innocent citizens and the state.

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By the directive, schools and businesses are to shutdown activities accordingly. Those who cannot move safely are to stay put between now and 4pm till calmness is restored.

Parents are advised to rein in their children, youths and wards, to forestall further breakdown of law and order.

The responsibility of government is to protect lives and property and maintain law and order, therefore, anyone found outside in violation of the curfew would be dealt with according to the law.”

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